Éventuellement, adv : might, may, potentially, possibly, if need be, or even. The French word « éventuellement » looks almost exactly like the English word “eventually.” The most common meaning of “eventually” in English is “that an action will occur at a later time.” In French, « éventuellement » can mean might, may, potentially, possibly, […]
Vision, nf : eyesight, vision, view, outlook, hallucination, viewing. Il a une excellente vision et lit sans lunettes. He has excellent eyesight / vision and reads without glasses. Nous n’avons pas la même vision des choses ! We don’t have the same view / outlook of things! L’usage de la drogue provoque des visions. Drug […]
Did you know that adjectives can be even more complicated in French than nouns?
Do I brave the crowds, and go to Mont-Saint-Michel? The short answer is, Absolutely!! Overtourism is a problem for Mont-Saint-Michel, exacerbated by tourists mostly visiting on day-trips, which causes overcrowding from 10:00 to 16:00, especially in the summer. The Mont-Saint-Michel foundation has introduced measures to change this pattern and reduce daytime overcrowding, including introducing free […]
Intégrité, nf : integrity, honesty; entirety, totality, wholeness. L’intégrité de cet avocat est reconnue au Barreau. This lawyer’s integrity is recognized by the Bar. On a réussi à rassembler l’intégrité de son œuvre. We have managed to collect his works in their entirety. La guerre dans le pays voisin menaçait l’intégrité de la frontière. The […]
Le Journal de Quebec, le 8 Nov 2025 Des somnifères nuisent à la qualité du sommeil Des médicaments couramment prescrits contre l’insomnie nuisent à la qualité du sommeil, selon une nouvelle étude menée par des chercheurs de l’Université Concordia et publiée dans la revue Sleep. Les benzodiazépines, des somnifères avec un effet relaxant, affectent les […]
Entrée, nf : hallway, entrance; entry, admission; starter, first course, hors-d’oeuvre or appetizer. entrée principale : main entrance entrée de service : service entrance entrée des artistes : stage door The French word « entrée » looks exactly like the English word “entrée.” The most common meaning of “entrée” in English is “the main course.” […]
« Tirer la couverture à soi ». Literal translation: To pull the blanket to oneself. Meaning: To take the lion’s share, to take all the credit. Ce n’est pas une surprise. Elle se tire toujours la couverture quand les projets réussis. It isn’t a surprise. She always takes credit for successful projects.
Did you know that France observes L’armistice (Armistice Day) today, Tuesday, November 11? France celebrates the end of World War I on the same day that the U.S. honors Veterans Day. It’s a somber holiday with military parades, ceremonies, and reflection on those who have died in wars. Many tourists don’t realize that the Arc […]
Mont-Saint-Michel and its bay were added to the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites in 1979, listed with criteria such as cultural, historical, and architectural significance, as well as human-created and natural beauty. It is visited by more than three million people each year, and is the most-visited tourist attraction in France outside of Paris. […]
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